Les Margaret Awards 2023: JFD is calling for all women and girls in Europe and Africa who are making bold, innovative creations to the world of STEM to apply for their chance to win this year’s les Margaret and les Margaret Junior Awards.
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When is the Application Deadline:
9th January 2023, at 11:59 pm CET
Tell Me About Les Margaret Awards:
JFD have officially opened submissions for this year’s Margaret Awards, which give women and young girls who are changing the world with tech the chance to showcase their ideas and win prizes in six categories
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The French organisation brings together economic actors, media, public and private organisations to support and empower women in the STEM field, and founded the awards during 2013.
The celebration has since paid tribute to Margaret Hamilton, scientist and software engineer who led the development of software for NASA’s Apollo space program which saw humankind first walk on the moon.
“It’s time to launch our next tech champions into orbit. As we do every year with our partners, we will support the winners to accelerate their growth and provide them with media exposure valued at €1 million” – Delphine Remy-Boutang, CEO the Bureau & JFD, President GEN France.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Finalists will be entered into six categories: ▪ Entrepreneur Europe ▪ Entrepreneur Africa ▪ Intrapreneur Europe ▪ Intrapreneur Africa ▪ Junior Europe ▪ Junior Africa
What Type of Scholarship is this?
Award
Who can apply for Les Margaret Awards?
You are a female founder or co-founder of a tech startup for the “Entrepreneur” category.
You are a female employee and you developed a project in agreement with your employer while remaining an employee for the “Intrapreneur” category.
You are a citizen of a European or African country, your project is innovative and respond to societal issues.
How are Applicants Selected?
Finalists for the Margaret 2023 Award will be pre-selected by JFD and then presented on February 9, 2023 to a jury that will elect four winners in each category:
- Entrepreneur Europe
- Entrepreneur Africa
- Intrapreneur Europe
- Intrapreneur Africa
THE AWARD CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE IN PARIS ON APRIL 17, 2023.
Which Countries are Eligible?
in Africa & Europe
Where will Award be Taken?
France
How Many Awards will be Given?
6
What is the Benefit of Les Margaret Awards?
LES MARGARET ENTREPRENEURS WIN:
- Media exposure worth 1 million euros.
- Mentoring & coaching sessions by our partners.
- Digital equipment: tablets, smartwatches…
- Public speaking opportunities in Europe and Africa.
- A one-year membership to the JFD network.
- Funding
LES MARGARET INTRAPRENEURS WIN :
- Media exposure worth 1 million euros.
- Mentoring & coaching sessions by JFD and its partners.
- Digital equipment: tablets, smartwatches…
- Public speaking opportunities in Europe and Africa.
- A one-year membership to the JFD network.
How to Apply for Les Margaret Awards:
- It is important to go through all TERMS & CONDITIONS before applying.
- Goodluck!
Visit Award Webpage for Details
